Salary : $89,232.00 - $144,830.40 Annually
Location : Heywood Office and Operations Facility, Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Division: Metro Transit
Department: Distr Street Supv-Bus Transp.
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 6/29/2026 11:59 PM Central

The Assistant Manager of Street Operations is responsible for supervising the daily activities and overall performance of District Supervisors within District Street ensuring timely and safe delivery of bus transit services within the region.

This posting will be used to create an eligible list for eight (8) months.
What you would do in this job

• Provide daily direction and counsel to District Supervisors; assign tasks and projects
• Participate in establishing rules, standards, guidelines, and policies governing quality and quantity of work
• Recruit, select, develop, counsel, discipline, and evaluate performance of employees
• Monitor District Supervisors use of daily supervisor log (DSL), operating condition reports (OCR), Transit Master reports, and manage on time performance
• Meet and negotiate with outside agencies as well as Metro Transit departments to plan long term projects, events, and service disruptions
• Assist in organizing high profile special events, including the Minnesota State Fair, parades, etc.
• Assist in organizing and operational planning support for present and future Bus Rapid Transit lines
• Provide oversight of detour and passenger service information notices
• Analyze, assign, monitor resolution of, and respond to customer service complaints
• Partner with internal departments, Service Development, and Engineering & Facilities to develop and implement service changes, sector studies, and transit center designs
• Coordinate scheduling of District Supervisors to maintain appropriate levels of coverage for bus transit services and substitutes for District Supervisors as needed
• Represent the Street Operations department at service committee meetings and external public meetings
• Accept both internal and external requests for service
• Evaluate and create work orders for unscheduled bus service
• Assist in planning department goals and objectives
• Write routine reports, read and comment on engineering plans, and maintain proper correspondence
• Act on behalf of the manager in their absence
• Maintain and update Equipment inventory (Laptops, Radios, phones, Vans)
• Work on other duties as assigned

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of progressive, responsible experience in transit, transportation, public safety, or closely related field and completed education in Business Administration or closely related field with one (1) year of verifiable lead/supervisory experience:

• High school diploma/GED and eight (8) years of experience with one (1) year of verifiable lead/supervisory experience
• Associate's degree and six (6) years of experience with one (1) year of verifiable lead/supervisory experience
• Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience with one (1) year of verifiable lead/supervisory experience

*Metropolitan Council Employees Only. Successful completion of any one of the following three Metropolitan Council Leadership/Supervisory training programs will substitute for lead/supervisory experience. You must attach your certificate(s) as proof of completion of the program to your application. Only completion of one of the three programs listed below will substitute credit (6 months or 1 year) for lead/supervisory experience.

Program

Number of years of supervisory experience program counts for

Metro Transit Leadership Academy

1 year

Project Management Development Program-12-month session

1 year

Four Learning Institute Certificates - (You must obtain all four certificates listed below)

1. Leading Self-Personal Effectiveness Certificate
2. Leading Self-Communication Certificate
3. Leading Self-Business Skills Certificate
4. Preparing for Supervisor Certificate

6 months
License Requirement: Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Experience speaking in front of the public or presenting information to large groups of people
• Experience partnering and negotiating with internal departments or outside agencies to plan long term projects, events, and/or service changes, and disruptions
• Experience as a lead/supervisor of union employee work groups and knowledge of union contract administration
• Experience with management practices, principles of supervision, and/or performance management (coaching, counseling, staff development, performance improvement, and discipline)
• Experience presenting to a high-level audience; small and large groups
• Experience working with Suburban Transit Authorities (STA's)
• Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills
• Willingness to continue to grow, learn, and excel in a leadership/management role with the Metro Transit operations
• Experience fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion competency and understanding

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

• Knowledge of management practices, principles of supervision, and performance management (coaching, counseling, staff development, performance improvement, discipline)
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and regulations relating to bus transportation
• Knowledge of union contract administration
• Effectively manages multiple, competing issues, makes sound decisions under pressure and prioritize responses for proper resolution
• Basic skill level in Microsoft Word, Excel and other windows-based environments
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of internal and external business partners which may include Metropolitan Council Presentations, Senior Staff presentations, and Community committee presentations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multiple departments and groups: customers, government officials, service providers, and coworkers
• Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees
• Ability to enforce established policies and procedures
• Ability to manage and empathize with employee situations, setbacks and adversity within your team

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.

Additional information
Union/Grade: Transit Managers and Supervisors (TMSA)/Grade H
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes, subject to random Non- DOT drug tests.

What your work environment would be: Position works in an office environment. Some travel to other facilities is required. Up to one third of the time this position works near moving parts or equipment, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, and moderate noise.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

• We review your minimum qualifications.
• We review work record evaluations for ATU employees.
• We rate your education and experience.
• We conduct a structured panel interview.
• We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

• Well@Work clinic
• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
• parking at many job locations
• fitness centers at many job locations
• Employee Assistance Program
• extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attached a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step.I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

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How did you first hear about this job opening?

• CareerForce Center
• Community Event/Organization
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Glassdoor
• Indeed
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
• Twitter
• Website: governmentjobs.com
• Website: metrocouncil.org
• Website: metrotransit.org
• Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
• Other

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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title.Type N/A if not applicable.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Which of the following describes your level of education and experience?

• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation or related field AND Four (4) years of progressive, responsible experience in transit, transportation, public safety, or similarly related field WITH, one (1) year of verifiable lead/supervisory experience
• An associate degree in Business Administration, Transportation or related field AND Six (6) years of progressive, responsible experience in transit, transportation, public safety, or similarly related field WITH, one (1) year of verifiable lead/supervisory experience
• A high school diploma/GED AND eight (8) years of responsible experience in transit, transportation, public safety or similarly related field WITH, one (1) year of verifiable lead/supervisory experience
• None of the above.

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This role requires a minimum of one (1) year of supervisory/lead experience. Please provide details on how you meet this requirement. Include job title, name of organization, primary responsibilities, and dates. Successful completion of a Metropolitan Council Leadership/Supervisory training program may substitute for lead/supervisory experience (mu